I only have a few crooked teeth and the orthodontist said they would straighten out. How long do I have to have braces for if I only have 2 or 3 crooked teeth?
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I would recommend getting the rhinoplasty first ONLY if there is nOT going to be much movement in your teeth. If you have a big overjet or are having teeth extracted from the upper arch, then i would wait until after the braces to do the rhinoplasty.If you are going to do the rhinoplsty first,...
Moderate gaps of the anterior teeth close rapidly. It may take about three to six months to close a moderate space. The time of closure of teeth spacing also depends on the age of the patient and a few other factors.
It is a common misconception that clear braces move teeth slower than metal braces. The major reason for choosing one over another is aesthetics.
One thing to keep in mind is that there are situations when clear braces would not be recommended. This is in cases when the brackets...
